Product classification
HS code for Wheat bran: 2302.30
Bran, sharps and other residues, of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof.
Classification of wheat bran under HS 2302.30
Wheat bran is classified under HS code 2302.30, which covers residues, sharps, and other products derived from the sifting, milling, or other workings of wheat. This classification is situated in Chapter 23, which is reserved for residues and waste from the food industries and prepared animal fodder. The distinction between a milling product (Chapter 11) and a residue (Chapter 23) is determined by the starch and ash content. According to the Chapter 11 supplementary notes, for a product to remain in Chapter 11, it must have a starch content exceeding 45% and an ash content not exceeding 2.5%. Wheat bran typically falls below these starch requirements or exceeds the ash limits, as it consists primarily of the outer husk of the grain. This classification is vital for customs because residues often face different regulatory requirements and lower tariff rates compared to primary flour products.
- Covers
- Wheat bran
- Wheat sharps
- Wheat pollard
- Wheat milling residues in pellet form
- Siftings from wheat processing
- Also under 2302.30
- Ardent Mills Wheat Bran
- ADM Wheat Middlings
- General Mills Wheat By-products
- Viterra Wheat Feed
Codes often confused with 2302.30
Common mistake. Wheat bran is often confused with HS code 1103 (Wheat groats and meal) or 1104 (Worked grains). The primary differentiator is the chemical composition. If the product contains more than 45% starch by weight of the dry matter, it is generally classified in Chapter 11 rather than Chapter 23. Additionally, if the bran is mixed with other cereal residues, it may fall under 2302.40 (other cereals) or 2302.50 (legumes), depending on the predominant ingredient by weight.
Top exporters and importers of HS 230230 (the code used for wheat bran), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 230230 (the code used for wheat bran) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 22% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 32% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 230230, not only wheat bran.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$321M 22% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Germany $103M 7.1% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $103M 7.1% of world exports
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $724M 32% of world imports
- 2 Türkiye $420M 18% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $98M 4.3% of world imports
World total: $2.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for wheat bran
Brazil splits HS 2302.30 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2302.30.10Wheat bran
- 2302.30.90Wheat sharps and other wheat residues
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about wheat bran
What is the HS code for Wheat bran?
The HS code for Wheat bran is 230230 (Bran, sharps and other residues; of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof). The HS code for wheat bran, whether or not in the form of pellets, is 2302.30.
How do I classify Wheat bran for customs?
Wheat bran is classified under HS code 230230 — Bran, sharps and other residues; of wheat, whether or not in the form of pellets, derived from the sifting, milling or other workings thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can wheat bran be used for human consumption under this code?
Yes, while Chapter 23 often covers animal feed, bran intended for human consumption (such as dietary fiber supplements) is still classified under 2302.30 based on its nature as a milling residue.
Which countries are the top exporters of wheat bran (HS 230230)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 230230 (the code used for wheat bran) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $321M, 22% of world exports), Germany ($103M) and Indonesia ($103M). World exports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of wheat bran (HS 230230)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 230230 (the code used for wheat bran) in UN Comtrade data were China ($724M, 32% of world imports), Türkiye ($420M) and the Netherlands ($98M). World imports came to about $2.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Wheat bran the same in all countries?
The base HS code 230230 for Wheat bran is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for wheat bran in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 230230 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for wheat bran depends on the product's details: 2302.30.10 (Wheat bran), 2302.30.90 (Wheat sharps and other wheat residues).